The Knight of Achenthal and Other Rimes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

R. J. McHugh

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483633925 ISBN 13: 9780483633926

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A vaulted, verse-filled ride through chivalry, fate, and the human heart.

This collection gathers lyrical ballads and dramatic poems that mix medieval mood with modern reflection, anchored by the title piece, The Knight of Achenthal.

R. J. McHugh’s verse-worlds blend wild landscapes, knightly ideals, and searching meditations on life, faith, and loss. The poems move from fierce pursuit and tragic consequence to quiet moments of memory, nature, and wonder, inviting readers to linger over language and image.

Readers will encounter monarchs and martyrs, storms of history, and intimate laments, all voiced with a clear, confident rhythm. The collection offers a range of moods—from bold heroism to quiet introspection—set against vistas of mountains, forests, and seas of time.

• Epic scenes and lyrical refrains that explore duty, virtue, and mortality.
• Vivid nature imagery and landscapes that ground the poetry in place.
• Interludes of humor, philosophy, and classic literary references.
• A contemplative arc that ties together history, myth, and personal reflection.

Ideal for readers who enjoy thoughtful poetry with narrative sweep and a touch of the legendary.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483633925
• ISBN 13: 9780483633926
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 42